The Palmer Lake .5K (Yes "Point" 5)
Palmer Lake, CO
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
104 CO-105, Palmer Lake CO
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35–61°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
33–59°F
dry
2024
37–49°F
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2023
38–67°F
dry
2022
31–59°F
dry
2021
42–66°F
dry
2020
34–48°F
dry
2019
35–62°F
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2018
31–49°F
dry
2017
43–67°F
dry
2016
39–58°F
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About this race
Colorado’s Shortest (and Most Legendary) Run is Back!
Event Information
- When: Sunday, October 18th, 2026
- What: The 12th Annual PALMER LAKE .5K
- Where: 104 CO-105, Palmer Lake, CO
- More Info: Race Details
Race Highlights
- Distance: Just 0.5K (a whopping 546 yards)
- Scenery: Scenic glory around beautiful Palmer Lake in peak fall color
- Perks: A donut at the halfway mark, a cold beer or root beer at the finish line
- Bragging Rights: Earn bragging rights for life!
Race Schedule
- Start Time: Race starts at 10:30 AM
- Afterparty: Continues until we run out of beer, root beer, and donuts
Your Registration Includes
- Entry: Into the most epic 0.5K ever attempted
- T-Shirt: A one-of-a-kind Palmer Lake .5K race T-shirt
- Bumper Sticker: The coveted .5K Euro-style bumper sticker
- Treats: One delicious donut, one beer or root beer, and one dog treat
Registration Details
- Registration Deadline: Register by October 8th at 4 PM to lock in your size!
- Pricing: $25 for Adults, $20 for Kids 12 & under, $15 for Dogs
- Price Increases: Prices increase monthly, so sign up today!
- Day-of Registration: Available, but prices go up!
Prizes!
- Categories: Best outfit, Best costume, Best attitude
- Encouragement: Dress up, show up, and be awesome!
FAQ
- Kids Running: Absolutely — as long as they’re good kids!
- Dogs: Yep! Only good pups on leashes.
- Proceeds: 100% of proceeds go to Awake Palmer Lake, helping improve our parks, trails, and the lake itself.
- Age Requirement: Dogs receive a custom bandanna and a gourmet dog treat.
Conclusion
Come run (or walk, or skip, or crawl) your way through the most fun half-kilometer of the year. Because every great town deserves a ridiculous race.
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